Think function over form.In this tutorial, due to the complexity of the model, to divide the workflow more efficiently, we divided this model into 15 different parts. The asset should be built with rigging and animation in mind. Learning Outcome: The ability to translate a 2d design to 3d and maintain the essence of the design.This should be a fantasy design but the elements that make up the asset (the panels, pistons, etc.) should be based in reality (or plausible at least). Task: Work from a 2D concept (not your own) to model and UV a hard surface asset.Find a vehicle that you can visit often – this will allow you to remove any guesswork.Įxercise 1005: Model a Hard-Surface Asset Based on a Concept Tip: Work smart – use instances as you block things out, UV as you go.Learning Outcome: To demonstrate the ability to create assets with ‘scale’ in mind, good asset management and a clean hierarchy with clear naming.Task: Model and UV the interior and exterior of a real-world vehicle.Find a building that you can visit often – this will allow you to remove any guesswork. Learning Outcome: To gain an understanding and appreciation of architecture.This could be a modern or classic building but it must be based on a real building. Task: Model and UV the exterior of a building.Tip: Block out the main shapes, then focus on the secondary and tertiary shapes.High res details should be applied to the topology model as a displacement map. Learning Outcome: Observation skills, ability to create a production ready asset.If you can, use some photogrammetry/scan geo as reference. You can use a sculpting application to add high res details. This could be a prop that you own, a prop from a film, etc.

Task: Model and UV a complex prop, including the interior (if any) and exterior.

Deliverable: Greyscale model turntable, close up stills and contact sheet (references)Įxercise 1002: Model a Real-World Complex Prop.

Look a real-world reference that surrounds you (not just pictures).

Tip: Model the asset as it has been manafactured (but not always) and analyse your reference clearly.

Learning Outcome: Modelling tools, clean topology and edgeflow, clean and organised UVS.

Task: Model and UV a simple everyday asset.

Zbrush hard surface modelling